1200 Series Gothic Arch Package

Do you need a tall, strong commercial growing structure that sheds rain with ease? Then the 1200 Series Gothic Arch Package is for you. It’s a heavy-duty cold frame — also called a hoop house or high tunnel — built for serious, year-round production. Above all, its pointed gothic-arch roof adds strength, headroom and excellent water run-off. So it’s ideal for nurseries, market gardens and growers who need to produce at scale.

The gothic arch is the key difference. Unlike a rounded hoop house, the peaked roof comes to a point at the top. As a result, rain and debris slide off rather than pooling. Plus, the taller profile gives you more usable height inside. In short, you get a stronger, roomier structure for demanding growing.

Why Choose the 1200 Series Gothic Arch

This structure combines strength, height and value. To start, a heavy 18-gauge galvanised steel frame resists rust and lasts for years. In addition, the unique 5″ roll-form components add rigidity for the size and price. So you get a lot of robust growing space for your money. In fact, it shares the same quality components as far more expensive commercial packages.

The gothic arch is practical, too. For example, tall 6′ sidewalls come standard, so you gain headroom and growing room right to the edges. The peaked roof also improves air circulation and light. Plus, it works with single-poly or double-poly covering, and you can fit shade cloth for hot conditions. Better still, the pre-cut, pre-punched parts bolt together with step-by-step instructions. So assembly is far simpler than building from scratch.

Key Features

• Commercial-grade gothic-arch cold frame (hoop house / high tunnel)
• Pointed arch design that sheds rain and adds strength and headroom
• Heavy-duty 18-gauge galvanised steel frame for long life
• Unique 5″ roll-form components for superior rigidity
• Available in 20′, 24′ or 30′ widths
• Multiple lengths: 36′, 48′ or 72′
• Tall 6′ sidewalls standard (3’6″ also available)
• Designed for single-poly or double-poly covering
• Can be fitted with shade cloth
• Poly covering included in the package
• Pre-cut, pre-punched parts for simple bolt-together assembly

H2: Sizes and Specifications

The 1200 Series comes in three widths and several lengths, so you can scale it to your operation:

• Widths: 20′ (approx. 6.1m), 24′ (approx. 7.3m) or 30′ (approx. 9.1m)
• Lengths: 36′, 48′ or 72′ (approx. 11m to 21.9m)
• Height: approx. 3.7m–4.4m (12’1″–14’6″) at the peak, by width
• Sidewall: 6′ standard (3’6″ available)
• Frame: 18-gauge galvanised steel, 5″ roll-form
• Covering: included (single or double poly)
• Foundation: piered concrete footings (recommended)

So browse our full greenhouse range and hoop house and high tunnel accessories. Or speak with our team for sizing, covering and installation advice.

H2: Gothic Arch vs Round Hoop House — Which Should You Choose?

Both are commercial cold frames, so the difference is the roof shape. A gothic arch comes to a point at the top, so it sheds rain and debris better and gives more headroom. A round hoop house, like our 1100 Series, has a curved roof and a slightly lower profile at a lower price. So choose the gothic arch if you want extra height and better run-off. Choose the round hoop house if budget and simplicity matter most. For home growing instead, compare our backyard greenhouse range.

H2: Foundation, Siting and Setup

A structure this size needs a proper foundation, so piered concrete footings are recommended. In practice, the arches bolt to the inside of the sidewall posts, then extend around 18″ into augered holes filled with concrete. (You supply the concrete and footing materials.) Next, choose a level, open, sunny site with good drainage and room for the full footprint. Because it’s a commercial-scale structure, check with your local council about building permits before you build. For siting help, the Australian Government’s Your Home guide is useful, and the Bureau of Meteorology helps you plan around local wind, sun and rainfall.

Please note: this is a non-rated (non-engineered) cold frame. So it isn’t designed for high-wind or heavy-snow regions. For exposed sites, ask us about engineered options.

H2: What to Grow

A gothic-arch high tunnel opens up serious, year-round production. For example, growers use it for vegetables, seedlings, propagation and nursery stock at volume. Plus, with shade cloth fitted, it suits hot-climate growing too. For season-by-season growing advice in Australian conditions, Gardening Australia is a trusted resource.

H2: Frequently Asked Questions

What is a gothic arch greenhouse? It’s a cold frame (high tunnel) with a pointed, peaked roof instead of a rounded one. As a result, it sheds rain better and gives more headroom.

How is it different from the 1100 Series? The 1200 Series has a taller gothic-arch roof with 6′ sidewalls, so it offers more height and better run-off. The 1100 Series is a round-roof hoop house at a lower price.

What sizes are available? It comes in 20′, 24′ or 30′ widths, with lengths of 36′, 48′ or 72′. So you can match it to your operation.

What covering does it use? It’s designed for single-poly or double-poly film, which is included. You can also fit shade cloth.

Is it suitable for windy sites? No. It’s a non-rated cold frame, so it isn’t recommended for high-wind or heavy-snow areas. For those sites, ask us about engineered structures.

H2: Conclusion

In the end, the 1200 Series Gothic Arch Package delivers tall, strong, commercial-grade growing space at a sensible price. It combines a rain-shedding gothic-arch design, a heavy galvanised steel frame and simple bolt-together assembly. Plus, with widths up to 30′ and tall 6′ sidewalls, it’s built to help you grow at scale. So browse the range or get in touch for expert advice today.